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How many justices must agree to an opinion for the Supreme Court to issue a decision? A. All of the nine justices B. Seven of the nine justices C. Six of the nine justices D. Five of the nine justices

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D. Five of the nine justices.

Step-by-step explanation:

Supreme Court´s decisions are voted and passed on a majority basis. If there are nine judges, so five judges must vote in favor of an opinion. The sentences reflect the opinion of the majority, though sometimes they´re unanimous. A minority, dissenting opinion may be written, too.

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